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Tag: FTC
FTC settlement with Amazon yields $70 million for consumers, advice for business
The FTC’s law enforcement action against Amazon for unauthorized billing recently settled, leaving two key takeaways:…
Refundamentals: How the FTC returns billions to consumers
You’ve seen the sentence in FTC news releases or blog posts: “The order includes a $__…
OTC homeopathic drugs: Established FTC proof standards apply
The FTC applies a consistent approach to evaluating ad claims. Companies must have a reasonable basis…
Thinking about making Coronavirus claims? Read the latest FTC warning letters first.
It’s FTC Advertising 101: Don’t make claims about serious medical conditions unless you have solid proof…
FTC takes on unproven health claims and “own-dorsements”
It’s a disturbing trend. Companies are targeting older consumers, claiming to have easy answers for serious…
FTC sues American Immigration Center for claiming false government affiliation
When the FTC warns consumers about government imposter scams, we’re usually referring to bogus calls that…
FTC says Grand Bahama Cruise Line’s robocalls ran aground
Cruise ships should conjure up images of umbrella drinks, shuffleboard, and the Lido Deck – not…
New FTC Data Spotlight highlights text scams that may target your business
According to the FTC’s latest Data Spotlight, text scam losses are skyrocketing. In 2024 people reported…
FTC says consumers struck out by deceptive business “coaching” pitches
Vision Solution Marketing and related defendants pitch services to prospective entrepreneurs and people looking to supplement…
Out of the mouths of babes? FTC says Amazon kept kids’ Alexa voice data forever – even after parents ordered deletion
“Stop it!” Moms and Dads may have to repeat that instruction to their kids, but when…
3 tips from 3 FTC Consumer Review Fairness Act cases
Their lines of work are as different as can be: an HVAC and electrical contractor, a…
FTC Data Spotlight on scammers impersonating Amazon: How businesses can reduce injury to consumers
The FTC has been warning consumers for years about impersonation scams – calls that falsely claim…
FTC wants your feedback about proposed Made in USA Rule
If your clients are interested in Made in USA issues – and you know they are…
FTC challenges claims for Quell pain relief device
Real estate professionals say it’s all about “location, location, location.” For health-related claims, the FTC says…
Null and VoIP: FTC reminds service providers of the letter of the law
We usually wouldn’t suggest you read someone else’s mail, but FTC staff just sent letters to…
FTC asks “Do consumers notice class action notices?”
Do consumers notice consumer class action notices? That’s one of the topics that experts will discuss…
Ad agency liability: FTC looks to conduct, not the grey flannel suit
According to the “Mad Men” stereotype, you could spot an old-school advertising agency executive by the…
Green Lights & Red Flags: FTC Rules of the Road for Business rocks on in Cleveland
Natives and fans heartily agree that “Cleveland Rocks!” That’s why the Federal Trade Commission and its…
FTC says Uber took a wrong turn with misleading privacy, security promises
How much information does Uber have about its riders and drivers? A lot. The FTC just…
FTC says Bronx Honda discriminated against African-American and Hispanic consumers
The FTC’s complaint against Bronx Honda alleges the company jacked up what consumers had to pay…